New Model S owner - Front License Plate Placement and Radar Sensor Question

[Voyager2]

Hello all,

I am a new owner of a CPO 2015 MS 85D. The previous owner did not install the front license plate (fortunately for me, as I don't want any holes drilled in the nose cone). I have been searching for alternate no-drill (and low-cost) solutions for mounting the front license plate (I'm in California), and tentatively decided to use zip ties on the lower grill on either the extreme left or right. My question is: will either position interfere with the radar sensor and proper operation of Autopilot? Thanks in advance for your advice!

 

[SoCal Buzz]

6 years and counting with no front plates. Maybe worth a shot? I figure it’s a fix-it ticket if ever a problem.

 

[maximizese]

You could probably use heavy duty double-sided tape. It holds up picture frames and bodykits...

 

[Raechris]

Tesla told me they use 2x sided tape on the facelift front plate bracket

 

[Voyager2]

SoCal Buzz:

It might be worth a shot... Do you know how much a fixit ticket costs in CA?

maximizese & Raechris:

I should clarify that I'm also trying to avoid permanent tape or even removable tape if it leaves any residue (I know, picky .
Any thoughts on whether positioning the plate on either side of the center of the lower grill will interfere with the radar sensor (AP1 HW)?

 

[murphyS90D]

It shouldn't affect the radar but there is a radiator behind that grille. Blocking the air flow to the radiator would not be a good idea.

 

[David.85D]

“The law” no hole plate holder works for me

 

[Voyager2]

It shouldn't affect the radar but there is a radiator behind that grille. Blocking the air flow to the radiator would not be a good idea.

Good point, I didn't think of that. I guess my options now are either to go plateless and take a chance, or get The Law (although it seems a bit pricey to me).

 

[Voyager2]

“The law” no hole plate holder works for me

I saw the installation video for The Law. It is only attached at the bottom of the plate by 2 screws. Does the top of the license plate flap or bend at all when you are driving on the freeway?

 

[David.85D]

I saw the installation video for The Law. It is only attached at the bottom of the plate by 2 screws. Does the top of the license plate flap or bend at all when you are driving on the freeway?

I’ve wondered that too, but don’t have a way to see... definitely hasn’t bent. I bought an all black metal plate frame to make the plate look more finished and blend better with my car.